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Sylvia HotelvsBarclay House Bed and Breakfast
Both hotels are endorsed by expert writers. Overall, Sylvia Hotel ranks significantly better than Barclay House Bed and Breakfast. Sylvia Hotel comes in at 89 with approval from 10 publications like BlackBook, concierge.com and Time Out.
Sylvia Hotel
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1154 Gilford St., Vancouver, British Columbia V6G 2P6, Canada
From $90/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "Charming and blowsy, the Sylvia is the Blanche DuBois of hotels."
Insight Guides "Attractive old hotel overlooking English Bay, adjacent to Stanley Park. Surprising grandeur for the price, hence very popular, especially during the summer."
Fodor's "This Virginia-creeper-covered 1912 heritage building is popular because of its affordable rates and its near-perfect location." Full review
Rough Guide Star
"An ivy-wrapped landmark located in a heritage building, this popular place has an excellent reputation, making reservations essential."
Time Out "Eight floors high, the Sylvia was once the tallest building in western Canada and is now listed and a city landmark, with Virginia vines growing up the light brick exterior." Full review
BlackBook "Apple-red sunsets and maple-lined seawalk shadows the old English-themed bar. Channeling “I Love Lucy,” the rooms are simple, clean and understated."
OysterMid-Range
"The mid-range Sylvia Hotel is a nice choice for those looking for a comfy and homey hotel away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Vancouver." Full review
Afar Magazine "Vancouver’s only beachfront hotel conjures thoughts of a more genteel era, thanks to its Virginia Creeper–clad brick and terra-cotta walls and heritage building status." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Ideally situated across the street from First Beach on English Bay...if you’re not expecting luxury, you’ll embrace The Sylvia as a tremendous value in one of the most enviable locations in Vancouver." Full review
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Ask for a room overlooking English Bay, on the south facing (Beach Avenue) side of the hotel.
Frommer's "The big draw is, of course, the unbeatable location right on English Bay—that, and the great room rates. Each room has its own layout, which ranges from small bargain rooms to big suites" Full review
Barclay House Bed and Breakfast
Lonely Planet Rough Guide Time Out Fodor's
1351 Barclay Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6E 1H6, Canada
From $95/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
Lonely Planet "This magnificent bright-yellow Victorian property (built in 1904) takes a sophisticated boutique twist on the usual heritage B&B." Full review
Rough Guide "Exquisitely furnished, six-room bed and breakfast in a canary-yellow home that dates to 1904."
Time Out "The winner of many best bed and breakfast awards and accolades, Barclay House, with its vintage chandeliers and crisp white linen, is the most sophisticated B&B you'll find in Vancouver." Full review
Fodor's "Stained glass, fine antiques, and art-nouveau fixtures decorate this comfortable 1904 house a few blocks from Stanley Park." Full review
